qEven though Robin didn't comprehend the meaning behind William's words, he knew that they had no choice but to take the risk.

Knock! Knock!

Right then, there came a knock on the door. A subordinate came in and reported, “Your Highness, Mr. Faulkner has arrived.”

“Come in.” William and Robin exchanged glances.

The subordinate opened the door, and Silas strode into the room.

After bowing to William, he said straightforwardly, “Your Highness, His Majesty has instructed me to take you and Dr. Felch to the palace.”

The words triggered a drastic change in Robin's expression, but William—who managed to remain calm—replied with a faint smile, “I'm ready to go at any time upon His Majesty's summons. As for Francesca, let me talk to—”

Halfway through his reply, Francesca swung the door opened and entered. She was dressed in a white coat and holding a medical kit in her hand.

Surprised by the sight of Silas, she turned toward William.

introduce you.” After briefly introducing one to the other, William added, “Francesca, His Majesty has sent Silas to take us

asked directly. “Why

“About that—”

impressive medical skills and is filled

behind William's words, he knew that they had no choice but

had shown

failed to work on her. “I don't like to be a guest. If His Majesty has any questions, he can come here himself

“Francesca...”

youth. His Majesty's invitation and the fact that he has sent me is an unprecedented

a difficult position?” Francesca asked curiously. “I'm here to provide medical treatment and I have not committed any crimes, so why does the king insist on seeing me? And how does me not seeing

“Dr. Felch—”

“Francesca is a good friend of mine and also my savior. All this while, she hates to be restricted and doesn't enjoy socializing in political circles. Since she

“Your Highness—”

to say something when

to press the matter any further. He let out a deep sigh and said, “All right. I'll wait

that, he strode

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